Are You an Empath? By Cari Murphy - Host of the Create Change Now Radio Show

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ARE YOU AN EMPATH?

At the request of a client and fellow empath, I created a new page called "THE EMPATH CONNECTION PORTAL" ON FACEBOOK specifically to provide a community for empaths to connect with one another. An empath is someone (with innate gifts of perception) whose feeling sensory is extraordinarily heightened. They are sensitive to the visible as well as the invisible. Emotional empaths are so sensitive that they can absorb the negative emotions of others in their body, and actually take it on. This group is intended to support the well-being, nurturing and light of all empaths. I invite you to introduce yourself, join in the conversation & know that this is a sacred space where we can share openly, honestly and freely.

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Common Characteristics of an Empath

1. Empaths are quiet achievers but expressive in area's of emotional connection. They find that talking about emotional issues is a great outlet that aids in understanding themselves and others.

3. They can be focused outward, toward what others feel, rather than themselves. This is a common trait to many people who have not gone through a process of self development.

4. They avoid disharmony caused by emotionally turbulent situations. This type of situation can easily create an uncomfortable feeling because an empath feels this emotion.

5. Empaths are emotionally sensitive to violence and general chaos.

6. Empaths are sensitive to loud noise and television. In particular, television programs that depict emotional drama like the news and police shows.

7. They struggle to comprehend acts of cruelty and crime that involves hurting others.

8. They struggle to comprehend suffering in the world and are often idealists who theorize about fixing the worlds problems.

9. Are often found working as volunteers, with people, animals or the environment.

10. They are expressive so they can often be found in areas of music or the arts.

11. They often have the ability to draw others to them. This includes children and animals as they have a warmth and compassion that is beyond normal You may find that strangers always talk to you if you are an Empath.

12. They can be good listeners as they generally have an interest in other people.

13. Empaths can be moody or have large mood swings due to overwhelming thoughts, feelings and emotion.

14. They are likely to have had, other paranormal experiences in their life. This could be astral projection, psychic ability or a variety of other experiences.

15. Empaths are daydreamers that have difficulty keeping focused. This is common with people who deal more IN emotion and neglect other area's of their mind.

16. Like many people on a spiritual path Empaths frequently experience déjà vu and synchronicities. This is something that occurs to everyone however empaths are often more aware and therefore 'look out' for it.

Your energy body is able to pick up energy from other people. Absorbing too much of other people's energy in your aura and chakras will cause you to experience pain, discomfort, and all kinds of uncomfortable sensations. Your energy body also stores your own emotions, fantasies, memories and traumas, as well as a variety of other images about yourself including how you live, what kind of relationships you have with others, and more.

Did you realize that every time you watch a horror movie, with an unprotected aura, the images from the movie get stored in your energy body with the intensity of emotion you experienced while watching it? I'v e never been a fan of them and will not watch them. I understand that unless you release those images, consciously or unconsciously, they get stored in your system and unfortunately at that point most people forget about them all together. All that negativity, fear, anger, worry, and draining energy builds up and accumulates. Many unskilled empaths end up picking up the energies of others (not realizing the importance of clearing, cleansing the aura, grounding, and protection) adding even more energetic "mud" to their own space.

Without awareness, Empaths tend to be like psychic sponges-- taking on everyone else's energies and problems. With awareness an Empath can learn how to use a vast library of psychic techniques and energetic skills for the betterment of themselves and the planet. Empaths are essentially using a psychic skill; clairsentience. It's in their best interest to learn how to direct and control that skill as well as develop a host of other energetic tools in order to function optimally and thrive in daily life.

Unfortunately most people are walking around loaded with energetic "mud" including, but not limited to: the remnants of their own ancient emotions, energy from old relationships, and the weight and energy of other people's criticism, expectations, and energetic venom. Many people are walking around with all of this in their chakras and auras in addition to their own internal fantasies, sub-personalities, habits, and beliefs that no longer serve them.

Meditation can be helpful for anyone to achieve a state of peace, but what is even more important for empaths is to maintain constant grounding and protection. Visualize yourself surrounded by a bubble or blanket of white light that shields and protects you from external energies. If you are extremely sensitive, you can increase these boundaries of protection by imagining a rainbow of layers around you, starting with a bubble of red light surrounding your body, followed by a layer of orange light, then yellow around that, then green, then blue, then indigo, then a layer of violet light, and finally a layer of white light around them all. It is also important to envision yourself grounded and connected to the Earth so you can remain balanced, stable and secure. It is helpful to use the affirmation "I am willing to receive all that is for the highest and best good of all for me to know, and I am protected and shielded from all else at all times".

It's crucial that we consciously choose to make our spirirtual connection, our health and well-being our number one priority. Why? Because many of us are so busy taking care of others needs first while completely ignoring our own needs. If this becomes a habit, it's easy to start feeling resentful -even towards the people we love. We can feel like no one truly appreciates us after giving & giving until there's nothing left for us to give. When we commit to nurturing ourselves each day, we gain the energy, passion and inner peace to support those we love with even greater joy & success.

Despite the challenges, empaths can absolutely THRIVE and serve as angels in human form and aid in the planet's expansion and growth (one person at a time.) I believe it is a divine gift to have this heightened energetic sensitivity and once refined and understood, it can be used to benefit you and everyone you touch. The key is learning the importance of self care, self nurturing, daily protection, cleansing your aura, clearing old energies, and remaining grounded. I will be sharing many tools, ideas, and resources to support you on your empathic journey to greater joy, success and inner peace. Join me at http://www.facebook.com/EmpathConnectionPortal.

With love and gratitude,
Cari Murphy

Host of the Create Change Now Radio Show: Listen every Wednesday at 8am pacific!

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